Description

2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Octadecylamino]Ethyl Stearate is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from stearic acid and a long-chain amine. This compound is valued for its excellent conditioning, softening, and antistatic properties, making it a key functional ingredient in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries for creating premium hair conditioners, skin creams, and fabric softeners.

Application

• Hair Care Formulations: Acts as a primary cationic conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks to impart softness, manageability, and shine.
• Skin Care & Cosmetics: Used as an emulsifier and emollient in creams, lotions, and makeup products to enhance skin feel and texture.
• Textile & Fabric Softeners: Serves as a key component in liquid and sheet fabric softeners, providing excellent softening and antistatic effects on fibers.
• Industrial Surfactants: Employed as a specialty surfactant in industrial cleaning agents, lubricants, and anti-fogging formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Auxiliary: Can be utilized as a non-ionic emulsifier or absorption enhancer in topical pharmaceutical preparations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Octadecylamino]Ethyl Stearate
CAS No.	52497-24-2
Molecular Formula	C40H81NO4
Molecular Weight	640.1 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Stearate, 2-[(2-hydroxyethyl)octadecylamino]-; N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-octadecylammonium stearate; Octadecylaminoethyl Stearate; Stearamidoethyl Diethylamine; Cationic Surfactant 52497-24-2; Aminoester Surfactant; N-Octadecyl-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium stearate
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Quality Control

Our 2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Octadecylamino]Ethyl Stearate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and compliance with your formulation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	40 - 50 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.